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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Wichita Falls public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
FY 2026-2027 Proposed Property Tax Rate
The city adopted a balanced budget for the upcoming fiscal year that lowers the property tax rate to its lowest level since 2015 and reduces water and utility bills for residents.
Fiscal Year 2027 Pre-Budget Workshop
The city council reviewed economic trends, flat property values due to legislative exemptions, rising sales tax revenues, and compensation strategies for the upcoming budget.
Series 2026 Certificates of Obligation for Capital Projects
The city is borrowing up to $26.9 million to fund high-profile projects like turning Kirby Middle School into a police station, fixing Fire Station 4, upgrading the Falls, and completing the Circle Trail. While officials say reserves and 4B tax funds keep property taxes steady, residents questioned why millions are spent on these projects while East Side flooding is left unaddressed.